Critical Handgun by OTOA
June 11, 2025 08:00 - 16:00
Firearms
Narcotics
Patrol / SWAT / Task Force
Norwalk Police Department Firearms Range
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Norwalk, Ohio 44857

Course Description

This 1-day (8 hour) course is designed to help an officer respond more efficiently during an OIS critical incident. This course will help an officer develop a process-based approach to handgun shooting and will focus on the essential skills required to get their handgun in the fight as efficiently as possible. Subjects include efficient duty gear set-up, shooting platform/structure, fundamentals of defensive marksmanship,
acceptable accuracy based on target perception, understanding the balance of Speed and Precision, breaking down drills/techniques into component skills and critical incident reloading.

Student Requirements

MANDATORY Body Armor (Hard or Soft) 

  • Duty/Tactical belt if issued
  • Duty handgun with holster and 3 magazines minimum
  • 400 rounds of quality handgun ammunition
  • Ear and Eye Protection
  • Packed lunch/snacks/hydration source. Clothing for weather conditions, knee pads
  • Billed hat
  • Note taking materials